Our Teachers

Our teachers at Musicologie Atlanta all have different specialties, histories, and educations. Some have masters or doctorate degrees. Some have toured professionally. Some focus on early childhood education. They love figuring out what inspires each individual student and we pride ourselves on finding the perfect teacher-student match.

You'll see certification badges next to many of our teachers. That means they have passed one of five levels of the Musicologie Teacher Certification Program, which quantifies their experience, leadership, and ongoing professional development.

Music Teachers

Musicologie Atlanta

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Kateryna S.
She/her
Piano
Musicologie Certified M1
Hi, I’m a piano teacher with over 30 years of playing experience and 20 years of teaching students of all ages. I grew up in Ukraine, where I began studying piano at age 7, continued my studies at a music high school focused on music theory and piano, and then earned a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education. I teach both children and adults, and I especially enjoy helping beginners discover how fun and rewarding learning to play the piano can be. My lessons are structured but relaxed, creating a supportive environment where students can grow at their own pace. While I have a classical foundation, I also love teaching contemporary and pop music, helping students learn the songs they love while building strong musical skills.
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David W.
Drum Set
David has been teaching and performing in the greater Atlanta area for almost a decade. Teaching privately, at Red Clay music Foundry, and other venues, he's been able to pass on his passion and love for music to many students, both young and old. Playing drums for HeyDreamer, local Atlanta singer-songwriters and various Beatle tribute acts gives him a unique perspective on how to equip students for real-world application and education on the drum set.
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Nicholas K.
He/his
Piano, Voice
Nicholas began his musical studies in 2008, learning piano. As he grew, he would develop a love for different styles of playing including classical, gospel, blues, and jazz. Nicholas was also growing as a vocalist, singing in church and in school choirs. Nicholas earned his Bachelors Degree in Piano Performance in 2022 at Piedmont University, under the instruction of Dr Jeri-mae Astolfi. He received his Masters Degree in Arts and Education Studies from Piedmont University in 2025. Nicholas' approach to education focuses on developing healthy playing technique, using traditional and new teaching styles. "My goal is to develop a love for learning and playing music while cultivating a technical foundation, letting musicians to play more."
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Rachel O.
She/they
Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Voice, Ukulele
Musicologie Certified M1
Passionate music educator with a focus on creativity and self expression. My varied experiences include teaching middle school band, elementary general music, and individual lessons on clarinet, saxophone, flute, and ukulele. I love singing folk and rock music, playing in groups, and songwriting.
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Alden S.
He/his
Piano, Euphonium, Trumpet, Trombone
Musicologie Certified M1
Alden Smith, a state-certified music educator, holds a degree in instrumental music education from The University of Akron, OH, graduating in 2019. With six years of experience in public school teaching, he has dedicated the last five years to instructing 4th and 5th grade band in Atlanta Public Schools. Alden will be joining DeKalb County Schools as a music teacher next year. Originally from Strongsville, OH, he studied piano from kindergarten through high school. His student-centered teaching philosophy emphasizes that everyone can learn music at any age through personalized education.
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